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: Most built-in tools like the Microsoft Snipping Tool save videos by default in a Captures folder inside your Videos library.

: Screen recordings are automatically saved to your Photos app.

If you are looking for a way to download or recover a screen recording file named something like , it is likely saved in a default location on your device or in a cloud backup. Where to Find the File Depending on your device, check these standard folders:

: If you have sync enabled, check the Trash or Recently Deleted folders in Google Drive, Google Photos , or OneDrive .